X11 BURNER
HIIAbout the role
Req ID: 47428
Team: X11 FITTERS
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirement: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.
The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Burner to join our team of shipbuilders. The successful candidate will be responsible for making critical ship and module cuts using a variety of hand and track-driven equipment, ensuring precise alignment for proper installation of ship components and modules.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate hand torches, IK12, IK72, and Koike mod drive burning machines to produce high-quality cuts
- Determine proper tooling for each job, including choice of torch tip size and fuel flow settings
- Interface with fellow shipbuilders, other trades, and ship management to ensure project success
- Become proficient in the use of bevel gauges, squares, and rulers to establish precision machine setups
- Work safely with a high degree of accuracy to produce final cuts
Must Have
Ability to work in extreme temperature environment. Ability to work at extreme heights or in very confined spaces. Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs.
Preferred/Desired Skills
- Previous experience in the construction industry or manufacturing environment (e.g., erecting structures, reading blueprints, framing houses)
- Previous metal fabrication experience and shipbuilding experience preferred
- Strong burning background with knowledge of correct tooling choice
- Ability to understand construction plans and general construction principles
- Honest, dependable, thorough, and strong work ethic
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without.
Nice to Have
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free
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